quidada

Updated: May 10, 2025

But it was plain to the rest that it was a conversation between a sentry and an officer. "I heard a footstep, senor capitan!" cried the man. "Quidada! Take care! It's very near." There was a moment's pause. "You must be mistaken," said the officer. "I am not mistaken," repeated the man firmly. "Santa Maria, my ears do not deceive me. You said to be watchful, for you have heard firing."

Upton Sinclair - A Prisoner of Morro: In the Hands of the Enemy